Maintenance Mechanic

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission: We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individuals needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge Life. Inspired Every Day. Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour Full-Time ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Accept work orders for repairs to buildings, equipment or grounds and complete them according to priority assigned by Regional Facility Manager. Locate, inspect, troubleshoot and initiate repairs. Responsible for physical plant including painting, snow removal, and grounds work. Responsible for purchasing materials and equipment for maintenance repairs. Required to use own vehicle to travel between all ESLC facilities. Follows all ESLC driving policies to include maintaining a valid NYS drivers license. Assists with preventive maintenance work assignments regarding the cleaning and servicing of induction unit filters, refrigeration coils and air conditioning coils. Work on preventive maintenance for HVAC equipment and make daily rounds. Assist with monthly safety check of equipment and follow-up to ensure that repairs were made. Receive new equipment , inspect, record pertinent information, and put into service, observing all requirements and codes of all bodies having jurisdiction. Consult all code manuals and confer with the Regional Facility Manager on all new installations when installations present electrical, mechanical or logistical problems. Take the lead for all renovations that can be accomplished in-house. Attend all staff meetings and in-services as scheduled. Wear departmental uniform on a daily basis. Meet the attendance, punctuality, in-service and health assessment requirements as outlined in the performance appraisal. Assist in fire alarm testing and fire drills. Test the emergency generator as needed Participates in the On Call rotation. May have building related janitorial work that may involve regular or back up janitorial work during staffing shortages. Exhibits knowledge of maintenance, security and safety policies of ESLC. Participate in on-call rotation schedule. Required to use your own vehicle while travelling between all ESLC facilities. All other duties as assigned. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS : High school diploma or equivalency required. Must have at least 2 years of building maintenance experience. Must possess own transportation and a valid New York State drivers license with a clean driving record. Able to perform general building repair and maintenance. Knowledgeable in OSHA regulations and state sanitary codes. Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors and the general public. Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performing duties of this job requires prolonged walking and standing. Must be able to regularly lift 30 pounds and occasional lift 50 pounds without assistance and the ability to sit, talk, and hear is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. WORKING CONDITIONS : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Episcopal SeniorLife Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.